Employment and Education Specialist - QMHP
Horizon Behavioral Heal
Summary
The Employment and Education Specialist serves on the Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) multidisciplinary team, providing community-based QMHP services to individuals experiencing first-episode psychosis. Under the direction of a Licensed Mental Health Professional, provides care coordination, client education, crisis de-escalation, psychosocial skills development, and evidence-based supported employment and education service. This is a grant-funded position and may come to an end with the ending of grant funding.
Job description
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
- Prefer Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in an applicable human services field (including social work, counseling, behavioral science, psychology, or other DMAS-approved human services and related fields degree).
- One year of relevant clinical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the stated knowledge skills and abilities.
- Prefer experience working with the population to be served.
- Credential: Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of and adherence to existing professional ethical standards.
- Knowledge and ability to provide evidence-based group/individual therapy.
- Knowledge of and ability to complete psychiatrically based assessments.
- Ability to form and maintain effective counseling relationships with clients, monitor client movement in the therapy process, and terminate the therapeutic relationship in appropriate ways.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally, both in person and by telephone.
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing and prepare written documents.
- Ability to maintain a consistent and dependable work schedule.
- Ability to travel to meetings, other campuses, and counseling sites.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.
- Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.
- Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license.
- May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to client at other locations.
- Regular attendance at training and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
- Prefer Bachelor's degree in an applicable human services field (social work, counseling, behavioral science, psychology, or other DMAS-approved human services and related fields).
- One year of relevant clinical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Prefer experience working with the population to be served.
- Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential.
- Knowledge of and adherence to existing professional ethical standards.
- Knowledge and ability to provide evidence-based group/individual therapy.
- Knowledge of and ability to complete psychiatrically based assessments.
- Ability to form and maintain effective counseling relationships with clients.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally, both in person and by telephone.
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing and prepare written documents.
- Ability to maintain a consistent and dependable work schedule.
- Ability to travel to meetings, other campuses, and counseling sites.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training.
- Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.
- Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license.
Benefits
- Virginia Retirement System
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Annual leave
- Sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Wellness programs
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment
- Education discounts
Company overview
Horizon Behavioral Heal is a mental health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and communities. As a healthcare provider specializing in mental wellness, the organization focuses on delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, counseling services, and psychological support programs. Their services likely encompass individual therapy, group counseling, crisis intervention, and community outreach initiatives aimed at addressing various mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and substance abuse issues. Operating within the mental health care sector, Horizon Behavioral Heal emphasizes a holistic approach to treatment, potentially incorporating both traditional psychotherapy techniques and innovative therapeutic modalities. The organization plays a crucial role in improving mental health outcomes by offering accessible, quality care while promoting mental health awareness and destigmatization within the communities they serve. Their commitment to patient-centered care and professional excellence positions them as an important contributor to the broader healthcare ecosystem focused on behavioral health and psychological well-being.